I moved to Loveland, CO from NW Iowa in 1983. I was drawn here by technology, jobs, the mountains, and family. Loveland has been a great place to raise a family, enjoy what our community has to offer, and access the mountains for amazing outdoor recreation. During the first 20 years of living in Loveland, I was busy with raising …
Love Letter: Habitat for Humanity
On a brisk December Saturday a few weeks back, I had the good fortune to join the PAMVET (Proud American Military Veteran) breakfast club at Golden Corral, to share updates on affordable home ownership through Loveland Habitat for Humanity. I met more wonderful veterans in 30 minutes than I had in a lifetime, and their warmth and enthusiasm was energizing. …
Love Letter: Loveland Recreation Trail
We are all living busy and full lives these days, but here in Loveland we have a free and convenient way to de-stress and experience nature right in the middle of our city. The 22 paved miles and many more soft surface trails that make up the Loveland Recreation Trail system are perfect for biking, running, or walking in the …
Love Letter: Culture of Giving
Let’s take a moment to celebrate the outstanding culture of giving that exists in our community. You may call it generosity, compassion, or a willingness to do whatever is needed. To me it’s the heartwarming outpouring of support from individuals and businesses in this community to ensure those in need get the support they seek. While working for Meals on …
Love Letter: Seven decades of beauty and wonder
“Nearly seven decades have passed since an old Ford truck traveling westward, loaded with my family’s household possessions, approached Loveland in the night darkness, my father at the wheel and me in the front seat. As we entered the traffic circle which is now the intersection of U.S. 34 and I-25, we saw our first glimpse of the lights of …
Love Letter: Beauty in nature and song
Are we lucky to live in Loveland or what? First, the natural environment, the sunny days, blue skies, and those mountains. Next, some very awesome community individuals I have the good fortune of interacting with. Finally, so many entertainmentoptions available, can’t begin to make them all. I did have the distinct pleasure of hearing the Choral Society recently. Kudos to …
Love Letter: That small town feeling
Loveland has that small town feeling, made even better with access to all the amenities I need. I work downtown, and I love being able to walk to the bank and the post office. When I pop into shops, everyone is friendly and helpful. I’m surrounded by amazing restaurants and cafes, and I love walking into a coffee shop and …
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